Sight Words Crossword Puzzles: Free Printable and Online

Sight words crossword puzzles for early readers practicing common high-frequency words.

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Sight Words

Medium · 15×15 · 15 words
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  1. 1. Word meaning even though, used to introduce a contrast
  2. 5. A person you like and enjoy spending time with
  3. 7. A method of teaching reading by connecting letters to their sounds
  4. 9. The words and sentences around a word that help explain its meaning
  5. 10. Word meaning most likely to happen
  6. 12. Word describing the one you like best out of a group
  7. 13. The ability to read smoothly and accurately at a good pace
  8. 14. Word meaning a sufficient amount, as in I have ___ pencils

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  1. 2. Word meaning from one side to the other, as in walk ___ the door
  2. 3. Word describing something very pleasing to look at
  3. 4. Word meaning not the same as something else
  4. 6. To sound out and read an unfamiliar word
  5. 7. A group of related sentences set off as its own section of text
  6. 8. The set of words a person knows and uses
  7. 11. The plural word for more than one person

Sight Words

Easy · 11×11 · 14 words
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  1. 5. A word meaning to use your eyes to see something
  2. 6. A word meaning together or accompanied by
  3. 7. A word used to point to a place, unlike the word their
  4. 10. A question word used to ask about a place
  5. 11. Word placed in front of a noun, like dog or cat

Down

  1. 1. A word showing where something started or came originally
  2. 2. The past tense of the word say, often used after a quote
  3. 3. A question word used to ask about a thing
  4. 4. A word meaning to move toward a person or place
  5. 5. A word meaning to enjoy something
  6. 8. A word meaning to own or hold something
  7. 9. The past tense of the word are
  8. 10. The past tense of the word is

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Sight Words Crossword FAQ

Is this Sight Words crossword puzzle free?

Yes. Every Sight Words crossword on this page is free. You can print it, download it as a PDF, or play it online without paying anything or creating an account.

Can I print the Sight Words crossword?

Yes. Click Print on any puzzle for a print-ready page with the grid, the clues, and a name and date line, or use Download to save it as a PDF, PNG, or JPEG for photocopying. The PDF download includes a filled answer key on the last page for grading.

Can students play these crosswords online?

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Can I make my own Sight Words crossword?

Yes. The free Grid Genius crossword maker builds a puzzle from your own words and clues, with a printable grid and answer key. The Grid Genius app can also generate a complete crossword from any topic you type.